Ventilated makeup case

ABSTRACT

Disclosed herein are cosmetic brush cases and sponge cases having a functional interior section with a plurality of vent openings designed for airing and protecting a plurality of bristles of a makeup brush or makeup sponge. The cases are configured in such a way for both sections of the body to unite to provide a container for the head of the brush or sponge.

RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/317,591, entitled “Ventilated Makeup Case” and filed on Apr. 3, 2016, and of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/374,800, entitled “Ventilated Makeup Case” and filed on Aug. 13, 2016, both of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.

FIELD

Some implementations relate generally to cases for storing makeup brushes and makeup sponges, and more specifically, to a case having vent openings for distribution of air to the interior of the case.

BACKGROUND

Makeup brushes are used to apply makeup, such as foundation or various other powder forms of cosmetics, and come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and configurations. These brushes typically come packaged with a slip on plastic cover to enclose the bristles of the makeup brush to prevent damage to the bristles prior to sale of the brush. Before use, the plastic cover is discarded as it is generally unsuitable for later protecting the bristles of the makeup brush. The plastic cover is generally a low quality material that tightly binds the bristles of the brush during transport and prior to sale. The included plastic cover is unsuitable to store the makeup brush after the initial use because it is very difficult to reattach the plastic cover, which may also compress the bristles of the makeup brush.

Uncased brushes collect dust and bacteria from open surroundings that could harm the user. Additionally, oftentimes makeup, or stray items are also stored in the purse or bag. This damage could result in loosening of bristles, bending or breakage of bristles, non-uniformity of bristles, and the like. In other cases, the damage could come from products inadvertently spilt in the purse or bag that then come in contact with the bristles of the brush.

Previous solutions for storing and transporting a makeup brush require the user to place the makeup brush in a larger makeup bag, or re-sealable plastic bag, and place this large bag inside of a purse or other carrying bag. This method is generally cumbersome and undesirable because it consumes too much space within the purse or bag. Additionally, the makeup contained on the bristles may stain the area of storage. If the brush is simply placed in a purse, or other article, the brush and/or article is likely to become damaged or stained.

Other solutions for storing and transporting a makeup brush include a closed case with no vent openings which do not permit air to circulate within the cover allowing brush bristles to dry after use and/or wash thus encourage growth of bacteria or other unsanitary conditions because of the tendency of bacteria to grow in a moist atmosphere. Some conventional solutions may put the user's hygiene at risk of applying bacteria collected in the bristles of the brush to the user's skin.

Typically, part of caring for cosmetic brushes includes washing the bristles of the brushes and allowing them to dry. It is the bristles of cosmetic brushes that most affect the cost of the brushes. After washing the brush, there is a proper way to transport a wet brush to prevent damage to the brush which is used mainly on the facial area. Thus, after washing one's brushes it is important that the brushes be supported in a non-harmful and hygienic manner and allowed to air dry for sanitary purposes.

Furthermore, a makeup sponge is a cosmetic sponge used to apply and remove certain types of makeup, moisturizer, and cleanser. Depending on the purpose, makeup sponges can be contoured as wedge shapes, egg shapes, round puffs or any other shape or texture required to achieve application or removal of a product. The makeup sponge can also be infused with vitamins and its material can be smooth, rough, porous or dense. A sponge with larger pores may soak up too much of the liquid, therefore the application would not be smooth as the large craters that would cause different amounts of makeup to be distributed as the makeup sponge is pulled across the face. When the sponge becomes wet it expands into a larger form and will shrink to its original size when at its dry state. A makeup sponge is at its smallest size when dry.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

In accordance of the present invention, it is an object of the present invention to provide a ventilated makeup case. The present invention relates to protective devices that ventilate a wet and dry makeup brush or makeup sponge within a ventilated storage case designed for portability and, more specifically, a sanitary method to protect the bristles of a makeup brush or a makeup sponge.

Benefits of using the ventilated makeup case include preventing the bristles and the sponge from being damaged during storage, thus, extending the life of the makeup brush or sponge. A plurality of openings located on the body member allow air to circulate in a free convective flow or forced convective flow within the case so that it may dry a wet brush or sponge.

The user will be able to store a used or washed brush allowing less downtime in-between uses waiting for brush to dry. The ventilation provided by the openings in the case will provide a sanitary means for storing and drying the makeup brush and sponge after usage. Wet makeup brush bristles and facial sponge can become harmful to the user if not properly dried after usage, as this encourages the growth of mold and bacteria. The bacteria and fungi that build up on the sponge can spread onto the user's skin causing a number of problems such as infection, redness, swelling, and even breakouts. Thus, if a makeup brush is used and/or washed and stored damp, it can dry out to provide better sanitary solutions for the user.

Disclosed herein are cosmetic brush cases and sponge cases having a functional interior section with a plurality of vent openings designed for airing and protecting a plurality of bristles of a makeup brush or makeup sponge. The cases are configured in such a way for both sections of the body to unite to provide a container for the head of the brush or sponge. It is a further object to provide a cover which may be removed from and applied to the bristle portion of the brush without the possibility of coming into contact with the bristles themselves so that the bristles are not deformed. It is a further object to provide a makeup brush or sponge case which is open at one end portion thereof and which has an inner ribbed lining, permitting the cover to slide lengthwise of the makeup brush or sponge in a channel provided in the cover for that purpose, the inner ribbed lining fastening the bristles when the brush is not in use and the end opening in the cover allowing circulation of air so that the bristles may dry during non-use. A central opening is formed on a bottom surface of the body member for allowing a handle of the makeup brush to protrude out of the cover. A plurality of vent openings is located on the body member for allowing air to circulate within the cover. By virtue of having vent openings fixed in the wall of the cover a user may place the brush into the case in between uses with less downtime waiting for brush or sponge to dry. The case is dimensioned for easy storage into standard sized makeup bags and allows for lightweight portability, prevents makeup stains and may extend the life of the brush or sponge.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

It is believed the expressly disclosed versions of the present invention can be understood from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which like reference numerals identify the same elements. The drawings and detailed description which follow are intended to be merely illustrative of the disclosed versions and are not intended to limit the scope of the disclosed subject matter. The disclose subject matter, as well as a preferred mode of use, and advantages thereof, will best be understood by reference to the following detailed description of illustrated embodiments when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

FIG. 1 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup brush cover in an open position covering the bristles of a makeup brush.

FIG. 2 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup brush cover in an open position.

FIG. 3 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup brush cover in a closed position.

FIG. 4 is an elevated back perspective view of an example makeup brush cover in a closed position.

FIG. 5 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup brush cover in a closed position covering the bristles of a makeup brush.

FIG. 6 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in an open position.

FIG. 7 is an elevated top perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in an open position.

FIG. 8 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in a closed position covering the makeup sponge.

FIG. 9 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in an open position.

FIG. 10 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in an open position holding the makeup sponge.

FIG. 11 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in a closed position.

FIG. 12 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in an open position.

FIG. 13 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in a closed position.

FIG. 14 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in an open position holding the makeup sponge.

FIG. 15 is a bottom perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in a closed position.

FIG. 16 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in an open position.

FIG. 17 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in a closed position.

FIG. 18 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in an open position.

FIG. 19 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in a closed position.

FIG. 20 is an elevated front perspective view of an example makeup sponge cover in a closed position.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Referring to FIG. 1-5, a makeup brush cover (10) (hereinafter cover 10) is shown. The makeup brush cover (10) is comprised of a body member (12). The cover may be of various sizes or shapes. The body member (12) can be made from a rigid material such as a plastic. However, any suitable material may be used.

The body member (12) and opening (19) may be configured to receive bristles (29) of brush (50). The shape of the body member (12) may be generally rectangle. In other versions, the shape of the body member (12) may be round shaped, cone shaped, cylindrical shaped, triangle shaped, square shaped, or any other suitable shape for receiving brush (50) so as to minimize compressing bristles (29) of brush (50).

One may open the body member (12) to expose a hollow interior section (14). The hollow interior section (14) is configured to hold the bristles of the makeup brush when the brush is stored in the cover. A first side (16) of the body member (12) is permanently coupled together. A second side (18) of the body member (12) is removably coupled together. A first side (16) and second side (18) of the body member (12) are connected by a hinge (31). Thus, by opening the second side (18), one will expose the functional interior section (14). By opening the body member (12), one can easily position the bristles (29) of the makeup brush (50) within the cover (10).

The top and bottom surfaces of the body member (12) will have a plurality of vent openings (20). The vent openings (20) will allow air to circulate within the cover (10). The air will allow the bristles (29) of the makeup brush (50) to dry more quickly after being used and/or washed. The air circulation will further prevent mold and mildew from forming inside the cover (10) since the air circulation will allow the bristles to dry after being used and/or cleaned.

On the bottom section of the body member (12), a larger opening (19) is formed. Each half of the body member (12) (i.e., first side (16) and second side (18) will have a semi-circular cut-out located along the central area of the bottom section of the body member (12). Thus, when the first side (16) and the second side (18) are attached, the semi-circular cut out on each half of the bottom section of the body member (12) will align with each other to form the opening (19). The opening (19) is used to allow the handle (50A) of the makeup brush (50) to protrude out of the cover (10).

The cover (10) has a locking mechanism (26) located on the first side (16) and second side (18) of the cover (10). The locking mechanism (26) will lock the body member (12) together in order to securely hold the makeup brush (50) in the cover (10).

Referring to FIG. 6-8, a makeup sponge cover (60) (hereinafter cover 60) is shown. The makeup sponge cover (60) is comprised of a body member (62). The cover may be of various sizes or shape. The body member (62) is made from a rigid material such as a plastic. However, any suitable material may be used.

The body member (62) may be configured to receive a makeup sponge (70). The shape of the body member (62) may be generally rectangle. In other versions, the shape of the body member (62) may be round shaped, cone shaped or cylindrical shaped, triangle shaped, square shaped, or any other suitable shape for receiving a sponge (70) so as to minimize compressing sponge (70).

One may open the body member (62) to expose a hollow interior section (64). The interior section (64) is where the makeup sponge will be stored. A first side (66) of the body member (62) may be removably coupled together to the second side (68) of the body member (62). The first side (66) and second side (68) of the body member (62) are fastened together using a thread pattern (36). Thus, by unfastening the body member (62) apart so that first side (66) is separated from the second side (68), one will expose the functional interior section (64). By opening the body member (62), one can easily position the sponge (70) within the cover (60).

The first side (66) of the body member (62) will have a plurality of vent openings (40). The vent openings (40) will allow air to circulate within the cover (60). The air will allow the sponge (70) to dry more quickly after being used and/or washed. The air circulation will further prevent mold and mildew from forming inside the cover (60) since the air circulation will allow the sponge to dry after being used and/or cleaned.

Within the hollow interior section (64) of the first side (66) of the body member (62), the interior may shaped to allow room to store approximately the first half of a makeup sponge (70). Within the hollow interior section (64) of the second side (68) of the body member (62), the interior may shaped to allow room to store approximately the second half of a makeup sponge (70). Thus, when the first side (66) and the second side (68) are attached, both sides will align with each other to form the body member (62) with the makeup sponge (70) encased.

The cover (10) has a locking mechanism (26) located on the first side (66) and second side (68) of the cover (60). The locking mechanism (36) will fasten the body member (62) together using a thread pattern together in order to securely hold the makeup sponge (70) in the cover (60).

The ventilated case may store any makeup brush of any shape, form or bristle material. Further, the ventilated case may store any makeup sponge of any shape, form or sponge material.

The makeup brush or sponge is stored in the case with vent openings enabling natural convection to allow stagnant air to pass through the case and dry the bristles of the makeup brush or a makeup sponge.

Moreover, the case may not have vent openings. The makeup brush or sponge is stored in a sealed case without vent openings, which may include a desiccant cartridge inside the case enabling the desiccant to absorb humidity in the case. When the desiccant is saturated, it can be recharged and reinserted into the case to dry the makeup brush or a makeup sponge.

In various embodiments the case described herein may be configured to include a fan for active distribution of air to the interior of the case. The case includes a fan and humidity sensors, in which the fan causes air to flow in and out of the case, effectively drying the bristles of a makeup brush or a makeup sponge. The fan is on until the humidity sensor detects a lower, acceptable humidity level in the case.

Another variation of the case described herein may be configured to include spikes on the bottom of the cover so that the bottom of the case does not lay flat on a surface. When the case is in an open or closed position, the case may sit erected on a bottom set of spikes.

Another variation of the case described herein may be configured to use magnets as a locking mechanism to securely connect the sides of the case together. Each side of the case may be equipped with magnets so that the magnets exert a force to create a magnetic interaction. Thus, the magnetic interaction creates the binding force that will allow the sides of the case to securely connect together.

Referring to FIG. 9-11, a makeup sponge cover (60) (hereinafter cover 60) is shown. The cover may be of various sizes or shape. The body member (62) is made from a rigid material such as a plastic. However, any suitable material may be used.

The body member (62) may be configured to receive a makeup sponge (70). The shape of the body member (62) may be generally rectangle. In other versions, the shape of the body member (62) may be round shaped, cone shaped or cylindrical shaped, triangle shaped, square shaped, or any other suitable shape for receiving a sponge (70) so as to minimize compressing sponge (70).

One may open the body member (62) to expose a hollow interior section (64). The interior section (64) is where the makeup sponge will be stored. A first side (66) of the body member (62) may be removably coupled together to the second side (68) of the body member (62). The first side (66) and second side (68) of the body member (62) are connected by a hinge (37). Thus, by opening the second side (68), one will expose the functional interior section (64). By opening the body member (62), one can easily position the sponge (70) within the cover (60).

The first side (66) and second side (68) of the body member (62) will have a plurality of vent openings (40). The vent openings (40) will allow air to circulate within the cover (60). The air will allow the sponge (70) to dry more quickly after being used and/or washed. The air circulation will further prevent mold and mildew from forming inside the cover (60) since the air circulation will allow the sponge to dry after being used and/or cleaned.

Within the hollow interior section (64) of the first side (66) of the body member (62), the interior may shaped to allow room to store approximately the first half of a makeup sponge (70). Within the hollow interior section (64) of the second side (68) of the body member (62), the interior may shaped to allow room to store approximately the second half of a makeup sponge (70). Thus, when the first side (66) and the second side (68) are attached, both sides will align with each other to form the body member (62) with the makeup sponge encased.

Referring to FIG. 12-15, a makeup sponge cover (60) (hereinafter cover 60) is shown. The cover may be of various sizes or shape. The body member (62) is made from a rigid material such as a plastic. However, any suitable material may be used.

The body member (62) may be configured to receive a makeup sponge (70). The shape of the body member (62) may be generally rectangle. In other versions, the shape of the body member (62) may be round shaped, cone shaped or cylindrical shaped, triangle shaped, square shaped, or any other suitable shape for receiving a sponge (70) so as to minimize compressing sponge (70).

One may open the body member (62) to expose a hollow interior section (64). The interior section (64) is where the makeup sponge will be stored. A first side (66) of the body member (62) may be removably coupled together to the second side (68) of the body member (62). The first side (66) and second side (68) of the body member (62) are connected by a hinge (37). Thus, by opening the second side (68), one will expose the functional interior section (64). By opening the body member (62), one can easily position the sponge (70) within the cover (60).

The first side (66) and second side (68) of the body member (62) will have a plurality of vent openings (40). The vent openings (40) will allow air to circulate within the cover (60). The air will allow the sponge (70) to dry more quickly after being used and/or washed. The air circulation will further prevent mold and mildew from forming inside the cover (60) since the air circulation will allow the sponge to dry after being used and/or cleaned.

Within the hollow interior section (64) of the first side (66) of the body member (62), the interior may shaped to allow room to store approximately the first half of a makeup sponge (70). Within the hollow interior section (64) of the second side (68) of the body member (62), the interior may shaped to allow room to store approximately the second half of a makeup sponge (70). Thus, when the first side (66) and the second side (68) are attached, both sides will align with each other to form the body member (62) with the makeup sponge encased.

Referring to FIG. 16-17, a makeup sponge cover (60) (hereinafter cover 60) is shown. The cover may be of various sizes or shape. The body member (62) is made from a rigid material such as a plastic. However, any suitable material may be used.

The body member (62) may be configured to receive a makeup sponge. The shape of the body member (62) may be generally rectangle. In other versions, the shape of the body member (62) may be round shaped, cone shaped or cylindrical shaped, triangle shaped, square shaped, or any other suitable shape for receiving a sponge so as to minimize compressing sponge.

One may open the body member (62) to expose a hollow interior section (64). The interior section (64) is where the makeup sponge will be stored. A first side (66) of the body member (62) may be removably coupled together to the second side (68) of the body member (62). The first side (66) and second side (68) of the body member (62) are fastened together using a thread pattern (36). Thus, by unfastening the body member (62) apart so that first side (66) is separated from the second side (68), one will expose the functional interior section (64). By opening the body member (62), one can easily position the sponge within the cover (60).

The first side (66) and second side (68) of the body member (62) will have a plurality of vent openings (40). The vent openings (40) will allow air to circulate within the cover (60). The air will allow the sponge to dry more quickly after being used and/or washed. The air circulation will further prevent mold and mildew from forming inside the cover (60) since the air circulation will allow the sponge to dry after being used and/or cleaned.

Within the hollow interior section (64) of the first side (66) of the body member (62), the interior may shaped to allow room to store approximately the first half of a makeup sponge. Within the hollow interior section (64) of the second side (68) of the body member (62), the interior may shaped to allow room to store approximately the second half of a makeup sponge. Thus, when the first side (66) and the second side (68) are attached, both sides will align with each other to form the body member (62) with the makeup sponge encased.

In FIG. 18-19 a makeup brush cover (80) (hereinafter cover 80) is shown. The makeup brush cover (80) is comprised of a body member (82). The cover may be of various sizes or shape. The body member (82) is made from a rigid material such as a plastic. However, any suitable material may be used.

The body member (82) and opening (89) may be configured to receive bristles of a makeup brush. The shape of the body member (82) may be generally rectangle. In other versions, the shape of the body member (82) may be round shaped, cone shaped, cylindrical shaped, triangle shaped, square shaped, or any other suitable shape for receiving a makeup brush so as to minimize compressing a makeup brush.

One may use the indent (83) to open the body member (82) to expose a hollow interior section (84). The interior section (84) is where the bristles of the makeup brush will be stored. In its interior cover (84) includes an inner ribbed lining (81) extending substantially the entire length thereof and which, together with adjoining portion the first side (86) with the second side (88) of the body member (82), form a restricted channel adapted to fit snugly around the bristles of the makeup brush. The inner ribbed lining (81) are spaced apart just sufficiently so that no part of the protruding bristles touches the adjacent cover and also to allow circulation of air around the bristles so that these may dry out when the brush is not in use.

A first side (86) of the body member (82) is permanently coupled together. A second side (88) of the body member (82) is removably coupled together. A first side (86) and second side (88) of the body member (82) are connected by a living hinge. Thus, by opening the second side (88), one will expose the functional interior section (84). By opening the body member (82), one can easily position the bristles of the makeup brush within the cover (80).

The top and bottom surfaces of the body member (82) will have a plurality of vent openings (90). The vent openings (90) will allow air to circulate within the cover (80). The air will allow the bristles of the makeup brush to dry more quickly after being used and/or washed. The air circulation will further prevent mold and mildew from forming inside the cover (80) since the air circulation will allow the bristles to dry after being used and/or cleaned.

On the bottom section of the body member (82), a larger opening (89) is formed. Each half of the body member (82) (i.e., first side (86) and second side (88) will have a semi-circular cut-out located along the central area of the bottom section of the body member (82). Thus, when the first side (86) and the second side (88) are attached, the semi-circular cut out on each half of the bottom section of the body member (82) will align with each other to form the opening (89). The opening (89) is used to allow the handle of the makeup brush to protrude out of the cover (80).

The cover (80) has a locking mechanism (96) located on the first side (86) of the cover (80). The locking mechanism (96) will lock the body member (82) together in order to securely hold the makeup brush in the cover (90).

In FIG. 20 another version of the makeup brush cover (100) (hereinafter cover 100) is shown. The makeup brush cover (100) is comprised of a body member (102). The body member (102) and opening (99) may be configured to receive bristles of a makeup brush. The makeup brush cover may be designed in a slim profile as the version of makeup brush it receives may be a thin makeup brush. The top and bottom surfaces of the body member (102) may have a plurality of vent openings (101) in any shape or size.

Having shown and described various versions of a ventilated makeup cover, several of such potential modifications have been mentioned, and others will be apparent to those skilled in the art. For instance, the examples, versions, geometrics, materials, steps, and the like discussed above are illustrative and are not required. Accordingly, the scope of the ventilated makeup cover should be considered in terms of all ventilation methods used to dry a makeup brush or makeup sponge and is understood not to be limited to the details of structure and operation shown and described in the specification and drawings.

Variations

It is contemplated that any optional feature of the inventive variations described may be set forth and claimed independently, or in combination with any one or more of the features described herein. Reference to a singular item, includes the possibility that there is a plurality of the same items present. More specifically, as used herein and in the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” “said,” and “the” include plural referents unless specifically stated otherwise. In other words, use of the articles allow for “at least one” of the subject item in the description above as well as in the claims.

The breadth of the present invention is not to be limited to the examples provided and/or the subject specification. Rather it should be recognized that the disclosed subject matter includes the many variations explicitly or implicitly described herein, including those variations that would be obvious to one of ordinary skill in the art upon reading the present specification. Further, it is not intended that any section of this specification (e.g., the Summary, Detailed Description, Abstract, Field of the Invention, etc.) be accorded special significance in describing the disclosed subject matter. All references cited are incorporated by reference in their entirety.

Although the foregoing invention has been described in detail for purposes of clarity of understanding, it is contemplated that certain modifications may be practiced within the scope of disclosed subject matter. 

What is claimed is:
 1. A makeup brush cover comprising a body member configured to define a hollow interior space configured to receive and hold bristles of a makeup brush when the makeup brush is stored in the makeup brush cover, the body member including: a first side and a second side, wherein the first side and the second side are configured to be opened in a first position and closed in a second position; an inner ribbed lining disposed within the interior space and extending from the first side and the second side; a plurality of vent openings, with a first group of the vent openings disposed in the first side and a second group of the vent openings disposed in the second side; and a larger opening defined by a first larger opening portion formed in the first side and a second larger opening portion formed in the second side, wherein the larger opening is a circular opening, wherein the first larger opening portion and the second larger opening portion are both semicircular, and wherein the larger opening is configured to permit a handle of the makeup brush to extend from the makeup brush cover.
 2. The makeup brush cover of claim 1, wherein the body member is formed from a rigid material.
 3. The makeup brush cover of claim 2, wherein the rigid material is plastic.
 4. The makeup brush cover of claim 1, wherein the body member is formed in one of a generally rectangle shape, a generally round shape, a generally cone shape, a generally cylindrical shape, a generally triangle shape, and a generally square shape.
 5. The makeup brush cover of claim 1, wherein the first side and the second side are joined by a hinge.
 6. The makeup brush cover of claim 1, further comprising a locking mechanism disposed on the first side and the second side to lock the body member together in order to securely hold the makeup brush in the makeup brush cover.
 7. The makeup brush cover of claim 1, wherein the first side and the second side of the body member are fastened together using a thread pattern.
 8. The makeup brush cover of claim 1, wherein the body member includes protrusions extending from one of the first side or second side, wherein the protrusions are configured to permit the makeup brush cover to rest on the protrusions when placed on a surface.
 9. The makeup brush cover of claim 1, further comprising a magnetic locking member configured to secure the first side to the second side using a magnet.
 10. A makeup brush cover comprising: a body member configured to define a hollow interior space configured to receive and hold bristles of a makeup brush when the makeup brush is stored in the makeup brush cover, the body member including: a first side and a second side, wherein the first side and the second side are configured to be opened in a first position and closed in a second position; an inner ribbed lining disposed within the interior space and extending from the first side and the second side; a replaceable desiccant cartridge disposed inside the makeup brush cover to absorb humidity in the makeup brush cover; and a larger opening defined by a first larger opening portion formed in the first side and a second larger opening portion formed in the second side, wherein the larger opening is a circular opening, wherein the first larger opening portion and the second larger opening portion are both semicircular, and wherein the larger opening is configured to permit a handle of the makeup brush to extend from the makeup brush cover.
 11. The makeup brush cover of claim 10, wherein the first side and the second side are joined by a hinge.
 12. The makeup brush cover of claim 10, further comprising a locking mechanism disposed on the first side and the second side to lock the body member together in order to securely hold the makeup brush in the makeup brush cover.
 13. The makeup brush cover of claim 10, wherein the first side and the second side of the body member are fastened together using a thread pattern.
 14. The makeup brush cover of claim 10, wherein the body member includes protrusions extending from one of the first side or second side, wherein the protrusions are configured to permit the makeup brush cover to rest on the protrusions when placed on a surface.
 15. The makeup brush cover of claim 10, further comprising a magnetic locking member configured to secure the first side to the second side using a magnet.
 16. A makeup brush cover comprising: a body member configured to define a hollow interior space configured to receive and hold bristles of a makeup brush when the makeup brush is stored in the makeup brush cover, the body member including: a first side and a second side, wherein the first side and the second side are configured to be opened in a first position and closed in a second position; an inner ribbed lining disposed within the interior space and extending from the first side and the second side; one or more humidity sensors; a fan configured to cause air to flow in and out of the makeup brush cover, wherein the fan is turned on until the one or more humidity sensors detects a threshold humidity level in the makeup brush cover; and a larger opening defined by a first larger opening portion formed in the first side and a second larger opening portion formed in the second side, wherein the larger opening is a circular opening, wherein the first larger opening portion and the second larger opening portion are both semicircular, and wherein the larger opening is configured to permit a handle of the makeup brush to extend from the makeup brush cover.
 17. The makeup brush cover of claim 16, wherein the first side and the second side are joined by a hinge.
 18. The makeup brush cover of claim 16, further comprising a locking mechanism disposed on the first side and the second side to lock the body member together in order to securely hold the makeup brush in the makeup brush cover.
 19. The makeup brush cover of claim 16, wherein the first side and the second side of the body member are fastened together using a thread pattern.
 20. The makeup brush cover of claim 16, wherein the body member includes protrusions extending from one of the first side or second side, wherein the protrusions are configured to permit the makeup brush cover to rest on the protrusions when placed on a surface. 